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Astound Broadband

Audio or Sound Issues on TV

 

Audio Delayed from Channel to Channel

We provide 100% Digital Cable, so you may notice a slight delay when changing channels
  • Digital channels take up less space in a channel line-up than older Analog channels, so we can offer much more channels
     
  • These channels are digitally compressed, which causes a slight delay (about a second or less) when a channel is changed because the channel needs time to  'decompress'
     
  • This is not a service issue - any digital video service whether cable or satellite dish exhibits this type of behavior

     
Additionally, you may see a slight delay in comparison when watching a Standard or HD converter to a DVR or TiVo
  • This is because the DVR/TiVo establishes a slight buffer so live TV can be paused at any time
 

Audio in Spanish or Another Language

  1. Your converter may be set to SAP (Secondary Audio Programming)
     
  2. Your TV may be set to SAP

    • Locate the remote that came with your TV, locate the SAP/MTS button, and turn the setting off for restore audio

    • Consult your TV manual or the manufacturer for further support
 

Static, Muffled Sounds or Audio from Another Channel

Check the volume level on your TV and be sure the mute button was not pressed

  • If one channel only, the channel is most likely experiencing audio issues
     
  • If on all channels (one TV), adjust the volume to a comfortable level; check TV manual for additional assistance
     
  • If on all channels (all TVs), there may be a service issue, contact us for further assistance